Summary of "Three GREAT Ways to Teach Vocabulary; For CELTA Trainees (and teachers new to the classroom)"
Summary of "Three GREAT Ways to Teach vocabulary; For CELTA Trainees (and teachers new to the classroom)"
In this video, the speaker, Joker Cona, presents three effective methods for teaching vocabulary to English language learners. He emphasizes that there is no single correct approach to teaching, and different methods may resonate with different educators.
Main Ideas and Concepts:
- dictionary Definition:
- Providing learners with the dictionary definition of a word can serve as a straightforward starting point.
- Encourages vocabulary building and learner autonomy.
- Caution: Bilingual translations may be misleading, and monolingual definitions can sometimes be difficult to comprehend.
- translation:
- For learners who share the same first language, offering a direct translation can be an efficient method to convey meaning.
- This approach is particularly useful for lower-level students.
- Potential drawback: Relying too heavily on translation can hinder exposure to English and limit language immersion.
- elicitation:
- Eliciting the target word through context can be a powerful technique.
- Example: Creating a fill-in-the-blank scenario where students guess the word based on clues provided.
- This method helps learners understand the word's meaning and usage in real-life situations, even if they initially cannot provide the word themselves.
Additional Notes:
- The speaker invites viewers to share their own favorite vocabulary teaching techniques in the comments.
- He encourages visiting his website, elttraining.com, for more teaching tips and resources.
Speakers/Sources Featured:
- Joker Cona: English teacher and trainer with extensive experience in CELTA and MAT programs.
Category
Educational
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